SASKATOON – The Dr. Stirling McDowell Foundation for Research Into Teaching is pleased to announce that His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan will serve as the Honourary Patron of the Foundation during his term in office.

“We are thrilled that the Lieutenant Governor will be continuing his support of the McDowell Foundation in his new role,” McDowell Foundation Manager Ellen Whiteman stated. “During his time as a member of the board of the Foundation, His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty was a valued addition by bringing his knowledge of northern Saskatchewan and serving as our public representative.”

The McDowell Foundation provides funding for teacher-led research in the province through their partnership with the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation. In their more than 25 years, the Foundation has funded almost 300 teacher-led research projects and awarded over $1.8 million in grants. His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty served as a member of the board for the past year.

The Lieutenant Governor’s service to education has also been shown through helping lead the Student First Engagement Process and as a member of the League of Educational Administrators, Directors and Superintendents.

“We are grateful for His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty’s deep commitment to education and wish him all the best as our province’s Lieutenant Governor,” said Whiteman.